Maps & Getting Here

Tofino & Ucluelet are accessed by first reaching Vancouver Island. The most common way to reach Vancouver Island is by car via BC Ferries. Alternatively, significant travel time can be saved by booking a direct flight to Tofino from Vancouver, Victoria or Seattle.

Departing from Vancouver, BC – 6 hours

Take the Nanaimo-bound ferry (2 hrs) from Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal in West Vancouver off the #1(Trans-Canada Hwy)

Once in Nanaimo, follow the signs to Route #19 North (well-marked), you will pass by the town of Parksville

Take Highway #4 West (well-marked)

Once you reach the west side of the Island, a marked junction leads south to Ucluelet or north to Tofino. Turn right and head towards Tofino.

Departing from Port Angeles, WA – 7 hours

Take the Victoria-bound “Coho” ferry (2 hrs) from Port Angeles Ferry Terminal (allow extra time to pass through customs)

Follow the directions below (Departing from Victoria)

Departing from Victoria, BC – 5 hours

Travel North along Highway 1

Highway 1 turns into Highway 19, continue past Parksville.

Take Highway #4 West (well-marked)

Once you reach the west side of the Island, a marked junction leads south to Ucluelet or north to Tofino. Turn right and head towards Tofino.